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'Shocking but expected verdict': Ruben Vardanyan sentenced to 20 years in Baku

Ruben Vardanyan

February 17, 2026

The former state minister of the unrecognised NKR barred his lawyer from presenting arguments in his defence, saying it was “not a court, but a tribunal”. Vardanyan’s final statement, his family’s response and expert commentary

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Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

February 17, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

'Peace is strengthening': outcomes of the third meeting of Armenian and Azerbaijani experts

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 16, 2026

Bridge of Peace participants shared details of the two-day discussions on how to build mutual understanding between the two societies and what joint projects might be possible.

Awaiting end of war in Ukraine: Russia’s intentions in South Caucasus

War in Ukraine

February 13, 2026

Armenian analyst Sergey Minasyan on whether Russia has the capacity to expand into the South Caucasus and what scenarios may lie ahead

19 Azerbaijani experts cross land border to meet Armenian counterparts for the first time

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 13, 2026

Yerevan hosts latest “Bridge of Peace” meeting with 19 Azerbaijani and 20 Armenian experts, including the director of JAMnews Armenia office

'Goal is to turn Armenia into a Russian outpost': Samvel Karapetyan named as prime ministerial candidate

Armenia

February 13, 2026

Russian billionaire named Strong Armenia’s PM candidate, but dual citizenship bars him from the post

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 9-13 February, 2026

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

February 13, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos.

'We will not act against Russia, but will always act in Armenia’s interests' — Pashinyan

Armenia-USA

February 11, 2026

In the interview with Channel One, the Armenian prime minister also spoke about new opportunities created by the strengthening partnership with the United States and commented on domestic political issues.

'Armenia breaks free from Russian-Turkish grip': reaction to JD Vance’s visit

Armenia-USA

February 10, 2026

According to political analyst Lilit Dallakyan, Washington views the South Caucasus as a single region and, in this context, expects certain steps towards normalising relations with Georgia as well.

US vice-president’s visit to Armenia hailed as ‘historic’ - what it delivered

Armenia-USA

February 10, 2026

Armenia’s prime minister and the US vice-president signed a joint statement on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and discussed new areas of strategic partnership.

Will the trial of former leaders of Karabakh affect peace talks?

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 09, 2026

Lawyers for the convicted men say that, although the verdicts are final from a legal standpoint, a political review cannot be ruled out.

Opinion: 'Sentences handed down to Armenians in Baku do not fit the peace agenda'

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 06, 2026

Despite the harsh sentences, Armenian experts say some detainees could return home. However, they believe Azerbaijan has no intention of returning the former Karabakh leaders.

Armenian pensioners face growing financial strain as pensions fail to keep pace with rising prices

Armenia

February 06, 2026

Pensioners share how to manage their income amid inflation, as an economist proposes steps to ease the situation

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Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 2-6 February, 2026

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

February 06, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

Pashinyan and Aliyev receive the Zayed Prize for Peace Efforts: why it matters

Azerbaijan-Armenia

February 04, 2026

Armenian media report that the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will each receive $1 million. They held a bilateral meeting ahead of the award ceremony. Full details

Armenia debates ‘pre-election proposal’ for ministry of sex

Armenia

February 03, 2026

The proposal was made by Sargis Karapetyan, the son of businessman Samvel Karapetyan, who is under house arrest on charges of calling for the seizure of power. The family’s party will contest the upcoming elections.

Opinion: 'Everything must be done to ensure Russian Railways leaves Armenia'

Armenia-Russia

February 03, 2026

Political analyst Ruben Meghrabyan says Russian Railways will not restore the three railway sections needed to fully unblock Armenia, as this does not serve Russia’s interests

Opinion: oligarch Samvel Karapetyan’s party ‘Strong Armenia’ will represent Russian interests

Armenia

January 30, 2026

According to political analyst Robert Ghevondyan, it would be more honest to call the party “Strong Russian Armenia”.

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